Physical Therapy Assistant - Restore Mobility & Empower Patients

WellStar Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation teams in restoring mobility and function. Under a Physical Therapist, you will implement treatment plans, progress patients toward goals, educate families, and provide discharge instructions.

You will document sessions and collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure safe, cost-conscious, high-quality care. Join Wellstar's mission-driven environment in Georgia, where 24,000+ colleagues support a diverse

Qualifications

• All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
• PTA - Physical Therapist Asst
• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Responsibilities

• Implements the physical therapy treatment plan under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.
• Revises goals/plan of care in collaboration with the physical therapist and patient/family.
• Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate.
• Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Team oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED General or Associates Physical Therapy

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation teams in restoring mobility and function. Under a Physical Therapist, you will implement treatment plans, progress patients toward goals, educate families, and provide discharge instructions.

You will document sessions and collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure safe, cost-conscious, high-quality care. Join Wellstar's mission-driven environment in Georgia, where 24,000+ colleagues support a diverse